Manager, Global Compliance Governance

Scotiabank; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in the Americas is seeking a Manager, Global Compliance Governance in Toronto. This role focuses on supporting governance initiatives, developing strategic compliance plans, and ensuring alignment with regulations. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years experience in Governance or Compliance, alongside strong communication and risk management skills. Join a high-performing team in a purpose-driven environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of professional experience in the financial industry or Governance role.
• Strong working knowledge of regulatory frameworks like OSFI Guidelines E-13 and E-21.
• Ability to communicate policy and procedural requirements clearly.

Responsibilities

• Support and contribute to governance and regulatory initiatives.
• Conduct reviews, analysis, and resolution related to the Governance strategic plan.
• Design and produce regular reports and dashboards for governance activities.

Skills

Governance expertise

Communication skills

Risk management principles

Collaboration

Flexibility

Spanish language skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or a related field

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

SharePoint

Job description

Manager, Global Compliance Governance

Requisition ID: 240893

Join a purpose driven winning team, committed to results, in an inclusive and high-performing culture.

Purpose

The role of Manager, Global Compliance Governance supports the Senior Manager, Global Compliance and AML Governance in the development and execution of strategic plans for the Governance Pillar of the Compliance Management Framework. The Manager plays a pivotal role in ensuring our business strategies, plans, and initiatives are executed in compliance with governing regulations, internal policies, and procedures.

Accountabilities

• Support and contribute to governance and regulatory initiatives, identifying risks and control gaps, propose solutions, and develop control requirements.
• Assist in the development and execution of strategic plans for the Governance team.
• Conduct reviews, analysis, and resolution related to the Governance strategic plan.
• Monitor and address updates to Compliance Documents, ensuring accuracy and alignment with regulatory expectations.
• Serve as a trusted advisor with business partners on matters related to Enterprise Governance.
• Maintain records and generate reports for the Compliance Documents Attestation process.
• Support the annual Effectiveness Self-Assessment of the Global Compliance function, including defining and tracking of action plans from internal or external review.
• Design and produce regular and ad-hoc reports, presentations, and dashboards to support governance activities.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to track progress of Governance projects and ensure alignment.
• Collaborate with Compliance teams to operationalize and anchor Compliance Documents across subsidiaries.
• Research emerging regulatory requirements and best practices and develop recommendations to enhance Governance procedures and standards.
• Provide support for governance meetings, as required, including agenda development, document coordination and distribution, securing approvals, and minute-taking

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business or a related field, with 3-5 years of professional experience in the financial industry or Governance role.
• Proven expertise in Governance, Compliance, or Operational Risk, with strong working knowledge of regulatory frameworks such as OSFI Guidelines E-13 and E-21, as well as internal policies and procedures.
• Ability to clearly communicate policy and procedural requirements to stakeholders, ensuring understanding of accountabilities.
• Solid understanding of risk management principles, practices, and frameworks.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, with particular strength in SharePoint, Excel, PowerPoint, and Copilot.
• A creative, self-starting, results-driven professional who thrives in dynamic environments.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration and team-building abilities.
• Demonstrated flexibility and resilience in managing competing priorities, adapting to change, and navigating unexpected challenges.
• Spanish language skills are considered an asset.

Location(s): Canada : Ontario : Toronto

Scotiabank is a leading bank in the Americas. Guided by our purpose: "for every future", we help our customers, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets.

At Scotiabank, we value the unique skills and experiences each individual brings to the Bank, and we are committed to creating and maintaining an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you require accommodation (including, but not limited to, an accessible interview site, alternate format documents, ASL Interpreter, or Assistive Technology) during the recruitment and selection process, please let our Recruitment team know. If you require technical assistance, please click here.